Question

Patient Ann Smith is in a coma. Her legal guardian, Jane Brown, is authorized to make medical decisions on her behalf. In this situation, patient Ann Smith most likely has a/an A. authorized medical guardianship form. B. medical entitlement contract. C. durable power of attorney. D. medical administrator's trust.

Answer 1

Answer: C. durable power of attorney.

Explanation: Another type of advance medical directive is a durable power of attorney (DPA) for healthcare. A DPA for healthcare authorizes a person to make medical decisions for a patient when that patient is unable to do so. A DPA can also include instructions on medical treatment the patient wants and doesn’t want. PF

Answer 2

Answer is A. Medical guardianship.